Scholarship

Scholarship

2027 Scholarship Applications Available January 1, 2027

We believe in investing in our future. Gulf Credit Union is proud to award up to $20,000 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors. Eligible students must be a member of Gulf Credit Union, a high school senior with a grade point average of C or above and be 19 years of age or younger. DEADLINE TO APPLY: FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2027.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicant must:

  • Complete scholarship application
  • Submit high school transcript
  • Submit a typed one page, double spaced essay on why you chose your major field of study and how it relates to your career goals
  • Submit a senior photo
  • Submit extracurricular activities and community involvement on a separate sheet of paper

ELIGIBILITY

Applicant must:

  • Be a member of Gulf Credit Union in his or her own right
  • Either applicant or parent must have been a member for 6 months
  • Be a high school senior and have achieved academic proficiency (average grade of C or above)
  • Be 19 years of age or younger

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS WILL BE GRADED ON THE FOLLOWING

  • Academic Performance
  • Community Involvement
  • Involvement in Extracurricular Activities
  • Need of Scholarship

WINNERS MUST CLAIM THEIR 2026 SCHOLARSHIP BY OCTOBER 1, 2026

Scholarships

We believe in investing in our future. Gulf Credit Union is proud to offer up to $20,000 in scholarships to support graduating high school seniors as they take the next step toward achieving their dreams.